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In This Issue

Cabot Zoning Decisions

By Jack Daniels, Selectboard Chair

The Cabot Selectboard received a petition requesting a change in the way zoning by-laws are adopted. Currently, the Selectboard adopts or amends bylaws, and voters only become directly involved if enough people petition for a public vote to overturn the decision of the Selectboard. The proposal under consideration would take the power to adopt and amend zoning by-laws away from the Selectboard, and give that power directly to the voters through Australian Ballot. The Selectboard supports this proposal. To make this change, we have warned a special town vote on November 4 on the following question: “Shall the Voters of the Town of Cabot require that all zoning bylaws, bylaw amendments, or bylaw repeals shall be adopted by vote of the town by Australian ballot at a special or regular meeting duly warned on the issue in accord with the provisions of 24 V.S.A. 4442 with the further understanding that the adoption of this procedure shall be prospective and shall not effect or invalidate any zoning bylaw or ordinance lawfully adopted by the Town prior to the enactment of this provision? [Australian Ballot]." There will be a special Town Meeting on Monday, November 3, at 7:30 p.m. in the Willey Building to discuss this question. However, because the vote is by Australian ballot on the following day, we will not be able to amend the question in any way. The Selectboard will also hold a public hearing on the question on Wednesday, October 29 at 7:00 pm in the Willey Building. So, there will be two opportunities to discuss this prior to the vote. This is NOT a vote to adopt a new zoning ordinance. The planning commission is still working on a proposal for a new zoning ordinance, but has not yet presented it to the Selectboard for adoption. It is anticipated to be completed before Town Meeting in March. If the article above is APPROVED on November 4, then all future decisions on adopting or amending zoning ordinances will be made by the voters by Australian ballot at Town Meetings, including the ordinance currently being drafted by the Planning Commission. If the article above is REJECTED on November 4, the current method of adopting and amending zoning ordinances will remain in place, with the Selectboard making the decision, and with the possibility of that decision being overturned by a petitioned public vote. Voters are not being asked at this time to approve a new zoning ordinance. They are being asked if they want all future zoning ordinances and amendments to be put to a public vote by Australian ballot, removing the decision-making on zoning ordinances from the Selectboard.

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OVEMBER 4, 2014, 10:00 A.M. TO 7:00 P.M.

The Legal Voters of the Town of Cabot are hereby warned and notified that the Polling Place for the 2014 General Election and Special Town Meeting will be the Willey Memorial Building, Cabot, VT. Polls will be open on Tuesday, November 4, 2014, from 10:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m. at the Willey Memorial Building.

See Page __ to see voting ballots.

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COUNTRY COMMENTARY

Howdy, I am here to talk about chickens today! I happen to love my birds, of which we have 32. We lost a couple to a fox, but such things happen; in fact, skunks, fisher cats and a few other predatory critters like a nice chicken dinner. We have a fenced-in area for our birds that has a dig-proof guard around their yards (we have two yards). So they are safe, so long as we don’t let them out of their yards, where they have lilies and blueberry bushes. They love the blueberries! So, they are well taken care of and have plenty of room to roam safely. We can’t eat our chickens, because we love them as pets or people of a different sort. Our number one rooster, Tom, is wonderful and as smart as a whip. That boy knows when we are having troubles herding the girls into the coop at night and he busts out and gives us a hand getting them in! He is dang awesome. We have a couple of chickens that actually come into the house, which surprises some people, but they get used to it when the chicken jumps in their lap and settles in for a warm nap. Feathers are soft, and some of our chickens not only come in the house for cat food and milk, but they seek attention too. Lots of things can go wrong with chickens. Sometimes they get egg bound—sometimes you can save them from dying by putting them in a warm water bath to get them to relax their vent enough to release the egg. It doesn’t always work, but we figure we will give them every fighting chance. There are parasites that they can get, and we feed them food grade diatomaceous earth, along with their oyster shell and pellets. We feed them scratch, too ,which is a mix of corn and other grain. Chickens seem to love berries and fruit of most kinds. They love homemade pumpkin pie and zucchini bread. I like to bake, but I always bake too much for the two of us, so the chickens totally benefit, and it doesn’t hurt them; in fact, it saves on chicken food, and they get extra vitamins and such. If you get some late broody hens and are afraid the hen won’t take good care of the chicks once hatched, you can raise them in the house. We have done it before, and we don’t have electricity, either, so this is what we did: We took a storage tub, a big one with a top on it, and put shavings in the bottom of it, then we put the chick waterer and feeder in. The chicks went in next, but how to keep them warm? Good question when you can’t use a heat lamp. So we took quart jars with tops and put boiling water in them, and we made insulators out of newspaper, aluminum foil, and paper brown bag, and made a little handle on top with duct tape.

Now we had jars wrapped in a cozy that you could slip on and off and regulate the heat dispersion. Putting those jars in, we only had to reheat the bottles once a night, and, of course, during the day. But SCHAZAM, we had chick warmers. In the winter, when they are often closed up, though we let them out as much as possible, we give them a head of cabbage to play with. They attack with zeal because fresh greens are important, even in the winter time. But that head of cabbage also gives them something to do, too. Chickens can get bored, and they need to do things so they don’t do things to each other. Fresh air is important, but so is warmth. When we built the coops, we had put the windows south facing so the coops stay pretty warm, and we can let them out most winter days, but not when it is below zero. Never below zero! We give them treats throughout the year of all sorts, they really love mealworms that you can get dried at some pet shops and feed stores. There are so many varieties of chickens, and some are more aloof than others, but they all have their own personality, and they really can be friends, too, much like cats. We wouldn’t trade our chickens for anything! Even the cats and the dog get along with the chickens. I’ve seen them help herd the chickens and even guard the chickens. I know, surprised us, too, but there you have it. The cats just show their dismay when the chickens come into the house or BIG COOP by giving the chickens a good swat, claws retracted. No scratching allowed. Well, I suppose I could go on all day about my chickens and other critters, being they are like family to me. But if you decide to have chickens, read up on the care of them and what breed you want before you get them. Be prepared for these amazing creatures. They are fascinating and wonderful and they work hard to give you eggs. Egg laying is arduous at best. Back Yard Poultry is a great magazine to subscribe to if you are raising chickens; they have fun stories and helpful hints and maybe you can share some of your adventures with chickens.

Birds of a feather, Laura Lee Saorsa Smith

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ADULT

BEST PIE:

Cynthia Lubas SECOND:

Beth Wade

THIRD:

Karen Alexander HON. MEN.:

Sally Rushman JUNIOR 6th - 12th grades BEST PIE:

Brittney Blake

SECOND:

Billie O'Connor

THIRD:

Eve Codling HON. MEN.: Lela Jones THE PIE MAN AWARD: Lela Jones

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Town Garage Project Budget

By Jack Daniels

As the Town Garage project continues to move forward, we want to provide a budget update on the project. We wish to state right up front that the numbers presented in this article will continue to change as the project progresses and moves closer to completion. Thus, please consider the budget figures contained in section III below as only a snapshot in time based upon the best information currently available. Now, a few explanatory comments pertaining to the budget document below. 1. $1,242,000: The initial town garage budget prepared on November 26, 2013, in the amount of $1,242,000 did not include costs associated with permitting, the required environmental review, surveying and legal costs. Thus, it was understated by $58,000. We regret any misunderstanding caused by using the very preliminary budget figure when discussing this project. 2. $1,300,000: The second budget prepared on November 29, 2013 in the amount of $1,300,000 included environmental and other related costs. That budget which is contained in Section I. below has remained unchanged. This is also the budget that was presented to voters on March 4, 2014 at Town Meeting. 3. $1,300,000: The budget for the town

garage remains at $1,300,000. A few comments: A. The initial budget to construct a

new road entrance onto the property has been increased to $45,000, up from $20,000, based upon bids received. Assuming all permitting requirements are soon completed, the entrance road will be constructed this fall. B. Sprinkler system: we have added

the cost of a sprinkler system into the project, estimated to cost $50,000. However, given the very large amount of town assets stored in this building we believe this to be the prudent way to proceed. It should also help to reduce annual insurance costs. C. Salt Shed grant: the town has applied for a $50,000 grant that will be used to help cover the cost of the salt shed. The total estimated cost of the salt shed is $100,000. Hopefully we will hear early next year on the outcome of this grant request. D. Budget shortfall: At the current time a budget shortfall of $190,000 exists. We will continue to work to eliminate this budget shortfall. And, because construction on the new town garage can not begin until next spring with winter just around the corner, we have time to accomplish this. The Town Garage project budget remains a work in progress and will continue to be so as we collect more information, go out to bid on various parts of the project, and continue to refine the project. In the interim, we will do our best to keep you informed on all developments with this critically important project.

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COMMUNITY COMMENTARY

Dear Editor:

On Tuesday, November 4, the Cabot voters will be asked if they want to regain their decision-making power over zoning rules. Ballot question #1 reads: Shall the Voters of the Town of Cabot require that all zoning bylaws, bylaw amendments, or bylaw repeals shall be adopted by vote of the town by Australian ballot at a special or regular meeting duly warned on the issue in accord with the provisions of 24 V.S.A. § 4442 with the further understanding that the adoption of this procedure shall be prospective and shall not effect or invalidate any zoning bylaw or ordinance lawfully adopted by the Town prior to the enactment of this provision? I hope to clear up any misunderstandings by answering the questions I have heard around town. This is how I understand things:

What is this ballot question all about? A few years ago, the state legislature took away our right to vote on zoning regulation changes in our towns, and gave the power solely to the Select Boards. In order for voters to get our power back, we had to get a petition signed demanding a ballot question on the issue. We are voting on whether or not we’ll get to vote on zoning rules in the future.

If this proposal passes, will every permit application need to go before the voters? No, absolutely not. The proposal only asks that voters approve of changes in the zoning rules.

What is zoning?

Zoning bylaws, bylaw amendments, rules, regulations and ordinances limit the rights a landowner has over what they can and cannot do on their land. These include what needs approval and by whom, what the application process requires, and what types of enforcement will be used. They create separate districts in a town, and the uses allowed in each one.

If this proposal passes, will every spelling change need to go before the voters? Won’t this be a huge hassle and expense for the town? Yes, spelling changes would need to be approved. However, the question could be posed at any of the regularlyheld elections or at town meeting. I wonder how many times ordinances in town have required spelling changes before, and can’t imagine it is that often. Zoning regulations should be very carefully written in the first place, and if every voter is asked to read them before they are adopted, we should be able to catch any errors.

If voters have to approve zoning changes, will it prevent the town from ever updating the zoning? If this proposal passes, it will mean that the town will have to convince the majority of voters that the zoning regulation changes they want are necessary and beneficial. This was how things were always done in the past. Our current zoning regulations were approved by the voters in this same way. Marshfield’s Select Board returned this right to the voters, and since then they have approved many changes, including some our Planning Commission is suggesting we make in Cabot.

Isn’t zoning a good thing? Why should I be concerned about the zoning regulations in my town? Zoning has often been blamed for driving up prices, gentrifying communities, and driving out the poor. There are many excellent reports on this topic. The implications are huge, and that’s why the decisions are made on a local level.

Why should I worry about zoningmy property would be grandfathered -in, won’t it? Existing structures and uses which do not fit new zoning rules are called “nonconforming.” There are various restrictions about what can be done with those structures in the future. For example, if the town passes the River Corridor restrictions, then a structure in this new zone which is destroyed, or significantly damaged, (such as by a fire) will not be able to be rebuilt. Any future development and uses will not be “grandfathered-in” and will have to comply with the new zoning regulations for your district. Should we steal these rights from future generations? What if they need them later? What if our grandparents had done that to us? If you value your “grandfathered” rights, then why would you steal them from future generations?

Aren’t the zoning rules determined by the State? Isn’t the town just trying to compile all the laws we already have to follow into one document? State laws determine the limits of what the town can restrict, and the town itself can choose to set the bar wherever they want within the State’s restrictions. There is no requirement for towns to adopt zoning regulations, period.

Is the proposal on the ballot the same one the petitioners asked for? No, it was changed by the Select Board. This is what the original petition said: Shall all future changes to the Cabot town zoning bylaws, bylaw amendments, rules, regulations and ordinances first be presented to the voters for approval before they are lawfully adopted? The change does not seem to alter the intention of the petition. The Secretary of State’s office has looked at both versions and agreed the intention is the same. They also agreed the town has the legal right to change the wording.

If this proposal passes, will it stop the town from sneaking things through in the future? Ballot questions don’t ensure public awareness. Most people are too busy these days to keep up with local politics, and so changes could still happen without our knowledge. If we regain our right to vote on changes in the zoning rules, voters will still have to be alert to the fact that there is a ballot question, learn what it is about, and remember to vote to have their voices heard. Retaining our rights requires vigilance. Remember to vote on November 4. A “yes” vote for Ballot question #1 means you want your power back, a “no” vote means you don’t. The polls will be open from 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. in the Willey Building. Thanks! Sincerely, Amy Hornblas

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OBITUARIES & MEMORIALS

Catherine Beattie Catherine (Kate) McDonald Beattie passed away peacefully at her McDonald Farm home on September 24, 2014. She died in the room she was born in 93 years ago, surrounded by her large extended family and friends. Catherine, the oldest daughter of Plynn and May Wilson McDonald, was born in Danville on April 5, 1921. She attended Danville Schools and was a 1938 graduate of Danville High School. Kate devoted her life to the operation of the McDonald Farm, established by her family in 1839 - one of the few remaining Vermont Century Farms still in family operation. Kate was known for her hospitality. Carrying on the Vermont farm tradition, her home was open to everyone in the community, and even those just passing by. No one could leave her kitchen without being given something to eat. Her own large family was often extended by the many youth she welcomed into her home over the years. Catherine was active in Vermont Democratic politics, serving in the Vermont House of Representatives in the 1964-65 session. She was appointed to the Bicentennial Commission, where she brought her love of her Vermont heritage. During the late 1970s, she served as a Commissioner on the District #7 Environmental Board. She was also active in the Vermont Farm Bureau for many years, receiving the President's Award in 1982. Kate served on the Board of the Eastern States Exposition and held the position of Trustee Emeritus. In 1986, Kate was presented the Vermont Agricultural Experiment Station's "Unsung Hero" award in rec-

Lisa Ann Kaiser

Lisa Ann Kaiser, 43, of Woodbury, passed away in the comfort of her family at the Vermont Respite House in Williston following a valiant battle with cancer on Wednesday evening, October 22, 2014. Born in New Haven CT on June 26, 1971, she was the daughter of Larry and Judith (Sornberger) Thompson, Sr. On September 16, 1995 she married Jeffrey S. Kaiser in Moretown. Lisa was a graduate of Lamoille Union High School and then followed her dream and passion of becoming a nurse, graduating from the Nursing Program at Vermont College/ Norwich University. She began her nursing career at Central Vermont Hospital in Berlin, a vocation that spanned over 20 years, working as an I.V. nurse and heading up the I.V. Team. During this time, she also worked with Central Vermont Home Health and Hospice and was the Nursing Director for Cota’s Hospitality Home in Barre. Her memberships included the CRNI (Certified Registered Nurse Infusion), the Infusion Nurses Society and the Lamoille Valley Church of the Nazarene in Johnson. Lisa’s family fondly remembers her for the joy she experienced from gardening, being in the outdoors, making ognition of her leadership and service to her community and to rural life in Vermont. In 2010 ,Kate was inaugurated into the Vermont Agriculture Hall of Fame. Kate was an active member of the Danville community. She was a member of the Danville Congregational Church and was Past Matron of the Order of Eastern Star. She and her husband were recognized for their community service by being honored as Danville Citizens of the year. In addition, Kate served as President of the Caledonia County Farm Bureau. Kate was a legendary cook. She and her recipes were featured in Yankee magazine and the subject of numerous newspaper articles. She was especially known for her maple pie. For many area residents, Kate was known best for the bus trips she organized to all parts of the United States and Canada. Survivors include seven daughters, Alice Farr, Martha Jane Kitchel, Mary Beattie, Marion Cairns, Holly Beattie, Marilyn (Gilly) Beattie, Catherine (Kitty) Toll; and two sons, Thomas and Martin; step-daughter Elizabeth Bolevic and step-sons Robert, William and Donald Beattie. Other survivors include numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren and her sister Alice McDonald Hafner. Catherine was predeceased by her husband, Harold William Beattie, Sr., and her son, Harold "Occie" Beattie, Jr. A celebration of Catherine's life was held at the Danville Congregational Church, Saturday, September 27. Contributions may be made to the Danville Congregational Church Steeple Restoration Fund, so that the church bell can continue to ring.

Part of this story may be missing here. See the original pages, page 4 onward.

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Cabot Community Association

By Debra Zimmerman, Coordinator

The United Church of Cabot

We made the deadline! A big step toward preserving the clock tower and other parts of the United Church of Cabot building was made on Monday, October 6, 2014. On that day, a grant proposal requesting $20,000 was placed in the mail before 4:30 p.m. and postmarked just in the nick of time. October 6 was the last chance this year for Cabot villagers to request Vermont Historic Preservation funds for rehab work on the structure of the United Church of Cabot. Toward this end, a five member team representing the church/community association partnership worked right up until the last minute, writing, rewriting and gathering contractor bids, photographs and required certification documents. The application for a 2015 Vermont Historic Preservation Grant was submitted to the Department of Housing and Community Development. A big thank you for all the proposal work goes out to the Partnership Committee, including Rose Bothfeld, Bruce Westcott , and Jan Westervelt. A special thank you goes to Beth Wade for sharing her expertise and for investing many, many hours of her time . It is rumored that competition for the preservation funds will be stiff, due to the small size of the pot of available money. The entire amount of money that will be awarded is only $200,000. The total number of applicants is unknown. Requests for preservation funds per applicant must be no more than $20,000. A dollar for dollar in matching funds is required from recipients. Proceeds from the October 19 concert at the United Church of Cabot will go toward the required match. The recipients of the 2015 Vermont Historic Preservation Grants will be announced in December. The Cabot Community Association will be sure to keep you posted if any good news comes out!

Cabot Chronicle Thank you to all of you who have sent donations or “subscription fees” to help defray the costs of producing, printing, and distributing the Cabot Chronicle. As you know, it costs money to produce this monthly “free” paper. Thank you for keeping us going! Your generosity is appreciated. The Cabot Community Association has put together a small committee that is continuing to meet to develop a business plan for the Cabot Chronicle and to continue to seek creative ideas to promote the sustainability of the paper.

Cabot Arts

The Cabot Arts Committee has been busy organizing concerts in November and December that promise to be wonderful. ( Please see story on page .) .

Agricultural Network

The Agriculture Committee is planning some exciting educational opportunities for the community. More information will be coming in future editions of this paper and on Front Porch Forum.

Anyone interested in learning more about the Cabot Community Association please call 563-3338 and ask for Debra.

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Kale Soup - The #1 Soup In School

By Scott St. John, Food Services Director One large amount of kale, cut up Two large carrots, cut up One large onion, cut up One large potato, cut up

Melt butter, put kale in pot and cook until kale snaps in pan. Put carrot, onion and potato into pan, stir and add salt, pepper, garlic powder. Add two large cans of chicken stock. Cook until veggies are done.

Serve in bowl and add parmesan cheese.

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ADVICE FROM THE TREE WARDEN

By Roland (Slim) Payne

Advice from the Tree Warden By Roland (Slim) Payne The leaves are falling and the season will be changing to colder, but take a moment and look back at the foliage season. Brilliant colors, bright and sharp, and everywhere you looked. I have seen this many times, but I can't remember a foliage season this good, and it still is - the reds are gone, but the yellows are still very bright. Beautiful! On September 17, I went to the State town forest meeting in Barre Town at the elementary school. It was a good meeting, with a lot of information on improving a town forest; also, on how to get a town forest - a lot of towns do not have a town forest. And a lot of towns don't utilize theirs because most people don't know where it is and nothing has been done to bring it to light. People need a forest and a forest needs people. That is how you get it to work. Hopefully, with a road to get there, Cabot's town forest will come to life. It is an asset to the town and should be used. Hopefully, I will live to see it as an attraction and it will be used by a lot of people for recreation or just a quiet place to go. Part of the meeting was about the newly acquired Barre Town Forest 350 acres. It took a lot of work and a lot of people to make it possible. Money came from many places - grants, town, private sector, and a big one was the Rock of Ages. Now, they have the forest, and it needs to be developed so it can be used. At this point, they are looking at recreation and for a classroom for a learning experience of nature.

Have a happy Thanksgiving.

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Cabot Youth Program Engages Kids With Food

By Sjon Welters, Cabot Agricultural Network Chair

Someone once said: “Food governs the whole life of man”. Quite true, I would say, and that is why it is so important to get our kids involved in our food systems from an early age on. Rather than pursue a life in the city (not that anything is necessarily wrong with that), get them to work the land, produce food, or engage in one of the many crafts involved in maintaining the working landscape in all its diversity. More than ever, that’s what’s needed right now; reinvigorate the real source of our wealth and well being.

The Cabot Agricultural Committee, under the auspices of the Cabot Community Association, for the past year organized informal workshops tailored to kids to light their interest in food. Snacking through the season, rice growing in Cabot, goat raising, gardening, and woodworking were all on the list. Attendance varied, but was encouraging enough to continue with a new season in 2015. Please stay tuned and let us know if you want to be informed about upcoming events and workshops. To get on our mailing list, please email [email protected].

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Work on Draft Zoning Regulations Continues

By Gary Gulka, Planning Commission Chair

The Planning Commission has received several public comments about the current draft regulations (still a work in progress) being overly complex, lengthy, and restrictive. We are taking these comments to heart as we continue our review process – looking for ways to cut unnecessary language and regulation, simplifying where we can, adding flexibility where we can, and taking public suggestions seriously. Most recently, we have been discussing and reviewing shore land regulations that we have proposed, simplifying where we can and trying to eliminate conflicts with state shore land regulations (vegetated buffers) that became effective on July 1. This has proved to be a bit more complicated than we first thought, but we are making progress.

We have also looked at subdivision and planned unit development sections in the same light. What are the next steps in the process? We hope to have another draft document in late fall or early winter, hopefully – and our best shot at what we feel will meet Cabot’s needs and be publicly supported. Only after we feel that we have achieved this (through more informal discussion with the public and Select Board) will we start any formal process of hearings. There are no hard and fast timelines or deadlines. The Planning Commission meets the first and third Thursday of each month at 6:30 PM, and our main focus will continue to be on reviewing and editing our current draft. Our next meetings are November 6 and November 20 and we welcome any members of the public to join the discussion.

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Consider A Donation To The Cabot Chronicle

As a small team from Cabot Community Association works to develop a business plan to address sustainability of our free local monthly paper, we have come to understand that it was developed as a co mmunitybuilding tool, a way to connect us all. It was never expected to generate enough advertising to cover annual costs, and this month is a perfect example. November being election season, we have ten paid advertisements besides our regular advertisers. That feels very positive, until we do the numbers. Those ten ads generated just a little less than $600 additional revenue. The cost of printing the paper is over $1,200 per issue. You can see that doesn’t add up. Clearly, the plan needs to include more than advertising.

We are very grateful to the community members who responded to October’s request for support, and tickled with the messages we received. We are lucky to have our own paper in this town, and the paper is lucky to have such compassionate community members. We hope additional readers will consider joining the effort. As the year comes to a close and you think about tax-deductible contributions, please consider a donation to support The Cabot Chronicle. Your money will be put to work right in Cabot to keep information flowing and the community growing. Invest your money locally where it’s needed – right here in town, performing a service for you and the people you know. It’s not just a paper—it’s our common link. Checks can be mailed to “Cabot Community Association—Chronicle.” The CCA is a 501 ( c) (3) charitable organization, so your contribution is taxdeductible as allowed by law. The

VT 05647, or use the pre-addressed envelope enclosed in this issue. You will know exactly where your money is going, and it will be very much appreciated.

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Cabot Community Memorial Tree Lighting on the Common December 7, 2014

6:00 p.m. – Caroling 6:30 p.m. – Tree Lighting Soup & Sandwiches in church

following tree lighting For several years, the people of Cabot have purchased bulbs in memory or honor of loved ones. Bulbs are $3.00 for each name listed. Please provide the names you wish to be read at the lighting ceremony and return your request with payment by December 1 to Cabot United Church, P.O. Box 127, Cabot, VT 05647, or give to any church board member.

All are welcome to participate. Sponsored by Cabot United Church.

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FROM THE CABOT PUBLIC LIBRARY

Programs Cabot Old Time Contra and Square

Dance – Saturday, November 8 – 7:30 p.m. This dance series occurs on the second Saturday of the month from September through May. All are invited. The caller for the evening is Adina Gordon. The dances are taught and are easily learned by young and old. The contra and square dances are traditional Vermont and New England social dances that have been danced for many generations in the town halls, barns, and kitchens around Vermont. The music is provided by piano and an assortment of fiddles, mandolins, guitars, and the occasional surprise instrument. Musicians are always invited to sit in and join with the fun of playing traditional dance tunes. There is a small suggested donation to help cover the cost of the caller. For more info, please call David Carpenter at 802-426-3225 or email [email protected].

Winter Clothes Drive – Saturday, November 15 – 9:00 a.m. – noon

Bring your clean and in good condition winter clothes – hats, coats, mittens/gloves, boots etc. to the library (during library hours) the week before the event. All clothing is free – thanks for donating.

Community Book Group – Wednesday, November 19 – 10:30 a.m. The fall series theme is memoir and the third book will be Man’s Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl. Psychiatrist Viktor Frankl's memoir has riveted generations of readers with its descriptions of life in Nazi death camps and its lessons for spiritual survival. Frankl's theory holds that our primary drive in life is the discovery and pursuit of what we personally find meaningful. All are welcome to join in! Copies of this book will be available in the Cabot Public Library.

CPR Certification Class – Andy Luce – Tuesday, November 25, 6:30- 9:00 p.m.

Adult and pediatric techniques will be taught for Certification for Heart Saver CPR and AED (Automated External Defibrillator). Class is limited to 15 – must sign up in advance by calling the Cabot Public Library at 563-2721. Cost is $20 for the class and $14.00 for the book, to be paid at the time of the class, which will be held at the Cabot Fire Station.

Fiddle Lessons - Katie Trautz – Monday afternoons

All levels and abilities, Ages 4-100! Old time Irish, New England, Cajun and Swedish styles. For more info: [email protected] or 802-279-2236.

Dungeons & Dragons – Fridays, 3:00 - 5:30 p.m. Join the group, conquer the obstacles, and get out of the dungeon alive! All are welcome.

Thank You!

Thanks so much to Todd Parlo for his program on the many varieties of apples. Thanks to David Carpenter for organizing the Contra dances, Cynthia Russell for facilitating the monthly book group, Beth Wade for help with Story Hour, Katie Trautz for bringing music to the library, and Lisa Olson for facilitating Dungeons and Dragons.

See you at the Library!

Kathleen Hoyne and Anne Walker

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TWIN VALLEY SENIOR CENTER

4583 U.S. Route 2 P.O. Box 152 East Montpelier, VT 05651 by Rita Copeland

How We Do What We Do?

A Board of Directors oversees the general operations of Twin Valley Senior Center. They meet once a month. There are two paid employees at the Center, the Executive Director and Cook. Volunteers are vital and active, and they are an important part of the Center’s core and what makes the operation successful. For volunteer opportunities, please email [email protected] or call the Director @ 802.223-3322. Donations are welcome. The Center benefits from donations of time and money. Some funds are received every year from state and federal sources, but a large portion of the operating cost of the Center is provided by the generosity of community members. TVSC partners with: Central Vermont Council on Aging-Central Vermont Home Health and Hospice-GMTA (Green Mountain Transit Authority) - Vermont Foodbank - VCIL—and Volunteers. We consistently receive appropriations, after our request for funds at Town Meeting, from the Towns we serve: Plainfield, Cabot, Marshfield, East Montpelier, Calais and Woodbury, plus we collaborate with other local agencies. Fundraising is a very large part of the overall operation of the Center. Again, many functions are planned and overseen by both staff and volunteers, who are dedicated to help find the resources needed to make our Meals on Wheels program successful. This program helps our elderly and disabled residents remain in their own communities and homes. Meals on Wheels provides nutritional meals which the elderly and disabled rely on. The program saves money on more expensive nursing home and hospital care, and helps ease isolation. Quoting Senator Bernie Sanders, the “Meals on Wheels programs across America save taxpayers substantial sums of money; feeding a senior for an entire year for the cost of one day in a hospital.”

September 6 5K Participants at Plainfield Old Home Days

TVSC would like to say “Thank you” to Mr. & Mrs. Andrew Perchlik, Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Dimick, Mr.& Mrs. Kevin DuPont, Julie Hackbarth, Kevin Fletcher, Ryan Christiansen and April Farnham. The donation of $235.00 from the race will help cover the cost of 58 home delivered meals to our homebound and disabled residents in the six towns we serve. Our Meals on Wheels program delivers meals regardless of ability to pay. We want to help keep these citizens well in their own homes and communities. The donation from the race will help cover the costs for citizens unable to pay, and we truly appreciate your thoughtfulness. You do make a difference.

Upcoming Events

Join Us: On Sunday, November 2, Twin Valley Senior Center will host a good old fashion New England Boiled Dinner w/Corned Beef. The dinner will be prepared by Bruce MacDonald and Dennis Jewett. This will be a buffet style dinner consisting of Potatoes, Corned Beef, Carrots, Cabbage, Beets and Dennis' homemade rolls. Dessert will be homemade apple pies with cheese. Serving time is from 1:00-3:00 p.m., with no reservation needed. We are asking people to make a donation for the meal. It is a Sunday afternoon, no need to cook, so come by and enjoy wonderful vegetables donated by local neighbors and friends from their gardens. This is an opportunity to chat with friends and neighbors, and if you have not seen your new local Center, Sunday, November 2 will be the perfect opportunity! Twin Valley Senior Center supports all Veterans and families 100%. At the senior Center, there are not many ways that we are able to give back and say THANK YOU to each of you that protected us and our country. Each year, we are honored to INVITE ALL VET- ERANS TO BE OUR GUEST at a special luncheon and program. On November 10, we are asking all veterans and guests to join us at the Center from 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. We would be delighted if you would share a story, maybe pictures of your time in the military. Please call 802-223-3322 or email [email protected] if you can join us.

November 15 Rita and her dedicated volunteers will be up bright and early to bring the 6th Annual Hunter 's and Community Breakfast to you from Twin Valley Senior Center. We will have the food and coffee ready to go for those early bird hunters at 5:00 a.m. We will serve continually “Buffet Style” until 11:00 a.m. All you can eat eggs, toast, Bruce's home made waffles, pancakes, toast, bacon, sausage, SOS on biscuits, OJ, milk, coffee, hot chocolate, tea, and Joyce Fowler's great donuts for sale! Buffet price is $8.00, age 10 and under $5.00. Guarantee no one will leave TVSC hungry!

On Tuesdays, CVCOA is hosting at Twin Valley Senior Center a program which started on October, 28 and runs through December 2, which is called Powerful Tools for Caregivers. Do you care for a friend or family member? Learn how to balance caring for yourself while caring for others. In this 6 week course, they will share ways to :

Help reduce stress Set goals & solve problems Care for yourself & relax Communicate your needs Make tough decisions $30.00 Suggested Donation for the Caregiver Helpbook-----Call Barb Asen @ 802- 476-2681 to register.

We Want to Hear from You

Twin Valley Senior Center wants to hear from you regarding interest in a “Death Cafe”. At a Death Cafe people, often strangers , gather to eat cake, drink tea and discuss death. The objective is to increase awareness of death with a view to helping people make the most of their (finite) lives. A Death Cafe is a group directed discussion of death with no agenda, objectives or themes. It is a discussion group rather than a grief support or counseling session. Death Cafes are always offered on a not for profit basis, in an accessible , respectful and confidential space, with no intention of leading people to any conclusion, product or course of action. We live knowing everything dies. Like the sun, it's a fact of life. And like the sun, we tend not to look right at it so we don't really talk about it.. On your computer you can learn more about Death Cafe by visiting DeathCafe.com . Twin Valley Senior Center is willing to host these cafe sessions, but would like to hear from you if there are people who would be interested in the sessions. Contact may be made by calling 802-223-3322 and speak with the Director or email [email protected]. All information is confidential.

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Last Sunday of the Month Take Out or Eat In SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 30 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. Pot Roast with Vegetables and Gravy, Vanilla Custard Bread Pudding $10.00

We are having one last “Last Sunday of the Month” dinner for 2014.

We will see you again January 2015!

If anyone is tired of cooking, cooking for the holidays,

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Cabot School News

By Interim Principal Gail Curtis

Cabot School continues to be a beehive of activity as learning is happening at all levels. As the days get shorter and the nights linger just a bit longer, the High School is wrapping up their soccer season. Both Varsity teams have worked hard, played their best, and made Cabot fans proud. Linda Savoca wrote in an email that October 14 “was a good day for the Cabot Huskies. A glorious sun-filled day to be sitting on the soccer field, watching our athletes.” The Middle School Co-ed team brought home the win against Blue Mountain. The Varsity Girls played an amazing game – goals were scored by Emma Stecker and Taylor Abbott – as well as a goal by Gala Morse. Shannon Harvey was the goal keeper. Concord took home the 4-3 win. The Varsity Boys came on strong early in the game with a goal by Caleb Maxfield followed by a penalty kick, also by Caleb. Cabot held Concord to 2-0 for most of the game; followed by a goal by

Girls Varsity Team - October 23

Yesterday, the girls' varsity team took a long ride to Proctor, to play in order to find out if they would go to the play offs. I must say that I have never been prouder of a team than yesterday!! First of all, Proctor had 3 times more players that we did. The day was dreary with a steady drizzle and the temperature was raw. Cabot team took the field in their usual good natured way and in spite of a 0-10 lose - they won in so many more important ways. They never gave up and played hard in spite of being behind. With a couple Henry Burke and some tough goalkeeping by Seth Herrick. Cabot took the win 3-0 over Concord. Congratulations to Coaches Tobin, Delaney and Stratman. Varsity Boys Senior Day was Thursday, October 23, and Varsity Girls Senior Day was Saturday, October 25. Thanks to Cabot fans for all the support they have given the teams. Middle School continues to build community and project based learning. It is always educational to stop in and ask students what they are working on. They are able to clearly describe what they are doing and why it is working well for them. Students take learning by mistake in stride with project based learning. Elementary School is incorporating Professor Mahesh Sharma strategies into their math instruction. In fact, on October 16 there was a baked potato dinner at Twinfield and a presentation by Mahesh to parents to explain how their children are being taught. We saw many Cabot parents at this presentation.

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Faith in Action’s 5th Annual Toys for Girls and Boys

This year, as the holiday season quickly approaches, we are starting to plan our Annual Toys for Girls and Boys Giveaway. Last year, we matched a few children with their specific “gift wishes,” and this year, we would like to do the same. So, in addition to holding our regular toy and warm clothing giveaway on December 14 and 18, 2014, we also want to give you the opportunity to recommend a specific child for a giftmatch. If you know a child or children (your own or a neighbor’s) who is in need this holiday season, please call us at Faith in Action, give us the age, sex and toy or clothing gift wish of the child (ren), and we will do our best to fill that wish. If you would like to be on the giving side of a gift-match and fill a child’s wish, contact us.

Starting November 19, we will be accepting new and gently used toys (only new stuffed animals and good condition used books, please). Our Giveaway is scheduled for December 14, 10:00 a.m.– 12:00 noon and December 19, from 5:30 – 8:00 p.m. Contact us at 563-3322 or [email protected] to recommend a child or to sponsor a Cabot child’s holiday wish.

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Tough Game Today!

By Peter Stratman - October 24

Our boys were defeated by Craftsbury 3-0. The match was very physical throughout. Craftsbury held a 1-0 lead at the half and added two goals midway through the second half to pad their lead. Cabot mustered several dangerous attacks in the final 10 minutes but couldn't find the back of the net. Seth Herrick had several incredible saves for the Huskies. Ian Nally anchored the Husky defense for his final match of his high school career. Cabot finishes the season 11-4-1.

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Recreation Department

By Michelle Delaney PK-6 Basketball is getting started early this year! Registration forms are at the town clerk's office and are being sent home from school. Practices after November 17 (when the high school begins) for 3/4 and 5/6 teams will be determined later. Michelle Delaney is coordinating basketball for the Recreational Department this year. You can reach Michelle at [email protected] or 563- 2427. PK-2 is $20 and 3-6 is $25. Subtract $5 for the second child in the family and $10 for the third child. Scholarships are available. Please make checks payable to Cabot Recreation Department, reference your child's name on your check, and either mail or drop-off payment to 3084 Main Street, Cabot, VT 05647. Forms can be turned in at your 1st practice. PK- K is being coached by Raymon Bothfeld. You can reach him at [email protected]. Practices began October 11 from 9 to 10 am and go for eight weeks, including November 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29 and December 13 from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. Please note that 1/2 is separate this year to make sure the players are closer developmentally. 1-2 is being coached by Aaron Fuller. Aaron can be reached at [email protected]. Practices began October 11 and continue on November 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 and December 13 from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. 3/4 is being coached by Brian Hale. Brian can be reached at [email protected]. Practices are on Wednesdays & Fridays from 3:00 to 4:30 p.m. which began October 15 and continues through November 14. 5/6 Boys are being coached by Mike Jarvis. Mike can be reached at [email protected]. Practices are Mondays and Fridays from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. and Saturdays from 11:00 a.m. to noon continuing on November 15, 22, 29 and December 13.

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